Animal Allies Winter Club (ages 10 - 12)

Animal Allies Club provides youth with the opportunity to begin building leadership skills and continue learning about all of the animals that share their world with us! Through structured volunteer shadowing, inspiring guest speakers, and of course, some hands-on interactions with shelter animals. This active program is designed to continue participants learning, growth, and allow them to contribute in real ways to the well-being of animals in our care.

• Build upon their sense of social responsibility to animals, people, and the environment
• Begin to form a deeper understanding of proper animal care, body language and enrichment
• Understand what laws exist to protect animals and how these laws are enforced
• Recognize the importance of native flora and fauna in the environment and how these species are important to a stable ecosystem
• Actively participate in support tasks around Calgary Humane Society to make a difference in the lives of the animals in our care
• Become Calgary Humane Society Champions by developing their understanding of philanthropy and the importance of fundraising in non-profit work

Week 1: Wednesday, January 14th

Week 2: Wednesday, January 21st

Week 3: Wednesday, January 28th

Week 4: Wednesday, February 4th

Week 5: Wednesday, February 11th

Week 6: Wednesday, February 18th

Week 7: Wednesday, February 25th

Week 8: Wednesday, March 4th

Before enrolling, we encourage families to discuss the program with their child to ensure they feel excited, comfortable, and genuinely interested in participating. This is an active, hands-on learning experience; not only a chance to sit with animals. Each week, youth will be involved in age-appropriate tasks that support the shelter, including group activities, small projects, and contributing to the care and enrichment of our animals and their spaces.

We want every participant to feel welcome, engaged, and empowered. Together, we’ll learn new skills and help animals in need! Let’s learn, grow, and make a positive impact together!

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Host or Publisher Calgary Humane Society